Umpire Angel Hernandez to Retire from MLB
Hernandez, a controversial figure in the sport, has officiated for 33 years.
Hernandez has been criticized for his in-game calls and was unsuccessful in a lawsuit against MLB for racial discrimination.
Angel Hernandez, baseball's most controversial umpire, is calling it a career. The Associated Press reports that Hernandez, who has officiated for 33 years, will retire from Major League Baseball.
Hernandez has been a lightning rod for criticism throughout his career. He has been accused of making biased calls and has been the subject of numerous lawsuits. In 2017, he filed a lawsuit against MLB, alleging that he had been discriminated against because of his race. The lawsuit was unsuccessful.
Hernandez's retirement comes as a surprise to many. He had been expected to continue umpiring for at least one more season.
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